Each creature can only block a single attacker, but the defending player may choose to block an attacking creature with more than one creature. Both players are given a chance to cast instants and activate abilities after blockers have been declared.

How does blocking with multiple creatures work MTG?

If multiple creatures block the same attacker, the attacking player orders those blockers to show which is first in line for that attacker's damage, which is second, and so on. ... If an attacker is blocked by multiple creatures, the attacking player can divide its combat damage among them.

How many creatures can I block with MTG?

There is normally no limit on how many creatures can block each combat nor is there a limit on how many creatures can block a specific attacker. Some cards may change this by saying creatures can only be blocked by one creature, but the default is "no limit". 509.1a.